Sam; You are AMAZING. I saw you in concert in at Cornell University in Ithaca NY (I think it was 1994 or 95) when you performed with the Indigo Girls. Breakfast has been on every playlist for 20+ years because it is so beautiful and whimsical. But switching from history to the present. I stumbled across your vlog putting together a playlist of songs for a friend who is fighting cancer. When I saw your vlogs I was so impressed. Thanks for being courageous and open at a time when the president actively encourages hate. FYI: I am the proud parent of a transgender man (age 23) who transitioned while an undergraduate student in an engineering program at San Diego State. My son is getting married to his long-time girlfriend next month and starting a PhD in Toronto Canada. He has taught me so much. I know how hard it is to be openly transgender. Actually, that is conceited and wrong. I can't possibly know, but I try to empathize and really understand how much it changes everything. So I subscribed and I will continue to learn from you, my son, and others who have the courage to be their authentic selves. I look forward to VLOG 31 where you have solved the world's problems :)
Hi Douglas, your message gave me the chills. How great that we go way back and that you are such a supportive parent to your son. He's a lucky guy. Thank you for sharing. Sam
Talking to people in a trans/non-binary group about trans musicians and bands led me here. I loved K's Choice but haven't really followed you (I obsess over songs/series but rarely keep up with musicians/bands/celebrities outside of the media they produce, thanks ADHD!) so when someone mentioned you I immediately had to come see what's been going on. I came out as non-binary last year so I'm a 38 year old baby trans, and I just wanted to say that I'm super happy for you! It's so great to see other people coming out and being able to live as who we are, at any age.
Lieve Sam, Jij en je muziek waren altijd al een bron van inspiratie voor me. Zo ook de vlog van vandaag. Iedereen beleeft deze periode op zijn eigen manier. Na 5 jaar vol verdriet, tegenslagen en een partner met 3 keer kanker ben ik net als jij gaan beseffen hoe belangrijk het is om te leven in het nu. Dat te beseffen is 1, er naar leven en handelen blijkt een stuk ingewikkelder. Bedankt voor de blik in je leven en je gezin. Wat een rijkdom als je je zo gesteund voelt in je ontwikkeling als mens.
You are always educating. . . I am going through a tough time medically right now and what you said in quoting your wife is very helpful. Thank you for reminding me that I’m going to be all right-no matter what happens!
High Sam, cela fait des années que j’écoute et apprécie ta musique que ce soit en groupe ou en solo. Je t’ai même vu en concert à Paris il y a de cela quelques années. C’était tellement bien! Pro, chaleureux, proche du public, c’était vraiment un concert magique et très émouvant. Aujourd’hui je regarde ce vlog et je soutiens à 100% ta démarche. Tu as énormément de talent et un don pour t’adresser à tous et à chacun en particulier. Longue route à toi et ta famille.
I'm with you, Sam. I love the slow pace. I knew that before the pandemic but am so happy the world is on my level now because 1. I'm being met where I already am! and 2. I genuinely think it's been good for everyone to sit in some quietness and stillness. Real good hearing from you! You're looking handsome as hell, as always. Cheers to you and yours.
"Be here now"- Ram Dass... absolutely resonate with your words. Paul Stamets' work with mycology/psilocybin is going to save the world if we allow it. The lectures of Terence McKenna are a psychedelic in and of itself. Alan Watts has great things to say. Great minds like those of these men often have mentors. With CZcams, you can choose any mentor you want and learn about anything. This is a great and fascinating time to be alive.
I just wanted to thank you for being so open with your experiences and showing such kindness and compassion. It’s really great to hear about transitioning through someone who has had more life experience. I really enjoy hearing your mature perspectives, so helpful and encouraging! Also I have been sharing your channel with other trans men on reddit when I think that your experience could help someone else out. Thank you for being you!
LOVE!!! freakin REAL, uplifting, creative, hilarious AND fucking YESSSS to this moment and the unknown and it is all okay even if it doesn't always feel like it!!!! You are a courageous wayshower!!! keep it comin! and your music is Beyond*
PS: You ARE smart enough to have a phd in songwriting and a Master in content. Your lyrics and songs shaped my teenage years (and help me survive and become a musician myself).
Prachtige woorden Sam! De richting is misschien nog niet duidelijk, maar op een kruispunt staan is een bijzondere plek (van stilte, bezinning, openheid, potentie). Heel waardevol! Love you so much en dank je wel. 😘🙏
Hey Sam, groot gelijk, just go with the flow 😉. Je hoeft niet alles uit te stippelen, je weet toch nooit zeker wat de toekomst brengt. Gewoon jezelf zijn en doen wat je graag doet 😀. Hopelijk tot in september in Leuven 😘
Interesting. For a while I've been wondering why I keep following your vlog until I realised that it's as much about learning about gender incongruence as it is about listening to a kindred spirit (in some a respects) ... someone who dares to try sth that others don't necessarily understand or approve (whatever that may be). You already know how to transition. Finding a new thing, if that's what you want, is just a matter of time, chance & openmindedness. There's a ton of things that would benefit from your talent.
Fine you’re ok... Lucky you about your cocoon. Whereas luck has nothing to do with that, isn’t it ? All the point is about making choices and knowing what you want... you seem one hundred percent talented for that, I admire this strength. Would like to have just the half of the half of the half of it ... could help so much. Finally, whatever the way, it’s always better than no way at all, and from that point of view I should just have shut up from the start... Wish you to keep on feeling so good. With love.
So lovely words to hearing that. Sam you are so strong, and i wisch you a lot of Kindness and keep smiling becaus life is beautiful white a smile that feel so good. Bye too you have fun. ✌👍👋😉 .
Sam; You are AMAZING. I saw you in concert in at Cornell University in Ithaca NY (I think it was 1994 or 95) when you performed with the Indigo Girls. Breakfast has been on every playlist for 20+ years because it is so beautiful and whimsical. But switching from history to the present. I stumbled across your vlog putting together a playlist of songs for a friend who is fighting cancer. When I saw your vlogs I was so impressed. Thanks for being courageous and open at a time when the president actively encourages hate. FYI: I am the proud parent of a transgender man (age 23) who transitioned while an undergraduate student in an engineering program at San Diego State. My son is getting married to his long-time girlfriend next month and starting a PhD in Toronto Canada. He has taught me so much. I know how hard it is to be openly transgender. Actually, that is conceited and wrong. I can't possibly know, but I try to empathize and really understand how much it changes everything. So I subscribed and I will continue to learn from you, my son, and others who have the courage to be their authentic selves. I look forward to VLOG 31 where you have solved the world's problems :)
Hi Douglas, your message gave me the chills. How great that we go way back and that you are such a supportive parent to your son. He's a lucky guy. Thank you for sharing. Sam
Talking to people in a trans/non-binary group about trans musicians and bands led me here. I loved K's Choice but haven't really followed you (I obsess over songs/series but rarely keep up with musicians/bands/celebrities outside of the media they produce, thanks ADHD!) so when someone mentioned you I immediately had to come see what's been going on. I came out as non-binary last year so I'm a 38 year old baby trans, and I just wanted to say that I'm super happy for you! It's so great to see other people coming out and being able to live as who we are, at any age.
Lieve Sam,
Jij en je muziek waren altijd al een bron van inspiratie voor me. Zo ook de vlog van vandaag. Iedereen beleeft deze periode op zijn eigen manier. Na 5 jaar vol verdriet, tegenslagen en een partner met 3 keer kanker ben ik net als jij gaan beseffen hoe belangrijk het is om te leven in het nu. Dat te beseffen is 1, er naar leven en handelen blijkt een stuk ingewikkelder.
Bedankt voor de blik in je leven en je gezin. Wat een rijkdom als je je zo gesteund voelt in je ontwikkeling als mens.
Emma, bedankt voor je boodschap. Blijf sterk en in the moment. x
You have one of the most beautiful and touching voices in the world and I looove Rex Rebel!! Grtz from Zwolle , the Netherlands
You are always educating. . . I am going through a tough time medically right now and what you said in quoting your wife is very helpful. Thank you for reminding me that I’m going to be all right-no matter what happens!
thanks for that, emily. take good care of yourself
High Sam, cela fait des années que j’écoute et apprécie ta musique que ce soit en groupe ou en solo. Je t’ai même vu en concert à Paris il y a de cela quelques années. C’était tellement bien! Pro, chaleureux, proche du public, c’était vraiment un concert magique et très émouvant. Aujourd’hui je regarde ce vlog et je soutiens à 100% ta démarche. Tu as énormément de talent et un don pour t’adresser à tous et à chacun en particulier. Longue route à toi et ta famille.
Thanks so much for your kind message!
Sam Bettens you are welcome!
You’ve been my favorite singer for many years. I’m so glad I found your channel. I’m very glad you are happy and doing well.
Thanks so much! Sam
I'm with you, Sam. I love the slow pace. I knew that before the pandemic but am so happy the world is on my level now because 1. I'm being met where I already am! and 2. I genuinely think it's been good for everyone to sit in some quietness and stillness. Real good hearing from you! You're looking handsome as hell, as always. Cheers to you and yours.
Really appreciate the kind words. Glad you’re making the most of this slow down. Much love.
"Be here now"- Ram Dass... absolutely resonate with your words. Paul Stamets' work with mycology/psilocybin is going to save the world if we allow it. The lectures of Terence McKenna are a psychedelic in and of itself. Alan Watts has great things to say. Great minds like those of these men often have mentors. With CZcams, you can choose any mentor you want and learn about anything. This is a great and fascinating time to be alive.
Roman check out Wim Hof and do the breathing and cold water - life changing
I just wanted to thank you for being so open with your experiences and showing such kindness and compassion. It’s really great to hear about transitioning through someone who has had more life experience. I really enjoy hearing your mature perspectives, so helpful and encouraging!
Also I have been sharing your channel with other trans men on reddit when I think that your experience could help someone else out. Thank you for being you!
hey, thanks so much for the message and thank you also for sharing. this community is always better off when we know we're not alone.
LOVE!!! freakin REAL, uplifting, creative, hilarious AND fucking YESSSS to this moment and the unknown and it is all okay even if it doesn't always feel like it!!!! You are a courageous wayshower!!! keep it comin! and your music is Beyond*
thanks so much, madison, really appreciate that
Adapt and overcome!! This is now my #1 V-Log so far!!! Thank you Sam, for the smiles and feel-goods
Thanks for that, Jareth
Your new voice is amazingly changing!! I am so happy for you!! ❤️
Wow, I’m so glad to hear you say that. I don’t really hear it yet
@@SamBettens557 I have the same with my ftm voice, I don't hear it but others do.
Je hebt het echt fantastisch gedaan als otter ♥♥ Je stem is nog altijd je handelsmerk, kristalhelder . Helaas ligt mijn favoriet er nu uit ♥
Thanks for your pep talks. You guys always have such a positive outlook on things. Ca fair plaisir! See you around the pool when they start practice.
Haha cool to have you back on YT!!! Looking fwd to vlog#31... take care! Love from Barcelona
Thanks Esterel. Stay safe ❤️
Your words are so meaningful and truthful...this is pure honesty and real positivity.
Thank you Sam!
Thanks so much Delphine ❤️
@@SamBettens557 You are welcome! ❤
Sam, jij zegt echt wel wijze en inspirerende dingen voor een man 😉
Licht, Kracht en Liefde,
Love you!
Namasté
💕🙏
PS: You ARE smart enough to have a phd in songwriting and a Master in content. Your lyrics and songs shaped my teenage years (and help me survive and become a musician myself).
Prachtige woorden Sam! De richting is misschien nog niet duidelijk, maar op een kruispunt staan is een bijzondere plek (van stilte, bezinning, openheid, potentie). Heel waardevol! Love you so much en dank je wel. 😘🙏
Bedankt voor de lieve woorden, Kim ❤️
Hey Sam, groot gelijk, just go with the flow 😉. Je hoeft niet alles uit te stippelen, je weet toch nooit zeker wat de toekomst brengt. Gewoon jezelf zijn en doen wat je graag doet 😀. Hopelijk tot in september in Leuven 😘
Ik hoop het ook, Valérie!
ik volg u video's al een tijdje! je bent een insperatie voor velen! dikke love Sam!
Bedankt MC!
Interesting. For a while I've been wondering why I keep following your vlog until I realised that it's as much about learning about gender incongruence as it is about listening to a kindred spirit (in some a
respects) ... someone who dares to try sth that others don't necessarily understand or approve (whatever that may be). You already know how to transition. Finding a new thing, if that's what you want, is just a matter of time, chance & openmindedness. There's a ton of things that would benefit from your talent.
Thanks Blue, I appreciate that.
Fine you’re ok... Lucky you about your cocoon. Whereas luck has nothing to do with that, isn’t it ? All the point is about making choices and knowing what you want... you seem one hundred percent talented for that, I admire this strength.
Would like to have just the half of the half of the half of it ... could help so much. Finally, whatever the way, it’s always better than no way at all, and from that point of view I should just have shut up from the start...
Wish you to keep on feeling so good.
With love.
Great to see you happy!!! Come back soon on stage
Felicidades Sam... Im a fan from Tijuana Mex... hope everything is on track soon... cheers...Daniel
Hey Daniel, nice to know I have fans down there! Share the love ❤️
Please, live music, or live streaming playing whatever you like. We'll all be there for you with sparkling eyes and ears :)
So lovely words to hearing that. Sam you are so strong, and i wisch you a lot of Kindness and keep smiling becaus life is beautiful white a smile that feel so good. Bye too you have fun. ✌👍👋😉 .
Thanks Rita! Be good x
Helemaal eens. Keep safe 💪👍
I would love to see you wear a 'brixton hooligan snap cap'. That would suit you..
Go for it Sam , groetjes uit Antwerpen
Super mooi gezegd Sam!!!X
Bedankt Pim!
Het mag in het Nederlands, hè.
Prachtige boodschap, dat wilde ik even zeggen. ;)
Of course you are smart enough !
If you say so!
Danku Sam 💛
Met het grootste plezier x
💪❤️👍
i couldnt love you more ;)
Whinos or winos... That is the question ;-)
😂